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Former Compton Mayor Perrodin appointed city attorney

October 30, 2021

By 2UrbanGirls Contributing Writer COMPTON — Former Mayor Eric Perrodin was appointed the new city attorney on a 3-0 vote with two abstentions during the […]

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Compton walk for breast cancer celebrates 10 years

October 16, 2021

By 2UrbanGirls Contributing Writer COMPTON — The Compton Walk for a Cure for Breast Cancer continues to educate women on the importance of early detection […]

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Compton mourns death of actor Anthony ‘AJ’ Johnson

September 23, 2021

By 2UrbanGirls Contributing Writer COMPTON — Residents of the city are mourning the death of a native son. Actor and comedian Anthony “AJ” Johnson, who […]

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Compton councilwoman mourns death of twin brother

September 9, 2021

By 2UrbanGirls Contributing Writer COMPTON — The unexpected death of acclaimed actor Michael K. Williams sent shockwaves throughout the country this week. His death was […]

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Compton appoints new council member, interim city manager

August 6, 2021

By 2 Urban Girls Contributing Writer COMPTON — The Compton City Council took steps to ensure continuity in government operations by appointing a new council […]

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Backpack giveaway gets students ready for school year

July 31, 2021

By 2UrbanGirls Contributing Writer COMPTON — More than 1,000 backpacks, school supplies and groceries were distributed to Compton residents at Roosevelt Elementary School July 24. […]

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Compton mayor endorses LAX police chief for sheriff

July 17, 2021

By 2UrbanGirls Contributing Writer COMPTON — New Mayor Emma Sharif has pledged her support to the city’s former City Manager Cecil Rhambo, who has announced […]

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State calls for Compton audit; city manager’s status in limbo

July 11, 2021

By 2UrbanGirls Contributing Writer COMPTON — The city is facing a state audit after failing to submit financial statements for multiple years. The audit comes […]